A revised planning application was received for land at 9918 111 Street NW and 9922 111 Street NW, on sites currently occupied by two single detached houses, one of which has been converted to a commercial building.

This application was approved on August 20, 2018. Bylaws 18508, 1850 and 18510 were approved by City Council.

About the Proposal

The proposed rezoning and associated road closure would close a portion of the access lane north of 9930 111 Street NW. The applications are intended to allow for a 23-storey residential tower with up to 178 units, within 200m of the Grandin LRT station.

The application also proposes to increase the size of the developable site by closing the north portion of the existing alley.

The policies of the Oliver Area Redevelopment Plan are also proposed to be amended to allow high-rise buildings in this area. Currently, only row housing, stacked row housing and low-rise apartments are permitted, according to the plan.

Key Features of the Proposal

The proposed development would allow for a high-rise residential building, with approximately 23 storeys. Other features include: